A collection of teachings by Master Morihei Ueshiba, founder of Aikido...
August 8, 2004
The Art of Tenkan
Posted at 01:00 EST
Move like a beam of light;
Fly like lightning,
Strike like thunder,
Whirl in circles around
A stable center.
August 3, 2004
Tending the Light
Posted at 06:00 EST
Foster and polish the warrior spirit while serving in this world, so that you may illuminate the path according to your inner light.
August 2, 2004
On awareness
Posted at 06:00 EST
Do not stare into the eyes of your opponent: he may mesmerize you. Do not fix your gaze on his sword: he may intimidate you. Do not focus on your opponent at all: he may absorb your energy. The essence of training is to bring your opponent completely into your sphere.
